PlayStation · Shoot 'em Up / Shooter
In the Hunt
Deep cut
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1996 (originally 1993) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Shooter |
| Developer | Irem / Tsuji Jimusho |
| Publisher | Xing Entertainment / Kokopeli |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Developed by Irem / Tsuji Jimusho and published by Xing Entertainment / Kokopeli, In the Hunt arrived on the PlayStation in 1996 as a shoot 'em up. This PS1 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1993. It blends shoot 'em up and shooter elements.
It came out in the PS1's second year on the market. Other notable PS1 releases from 1996 include Resident Evil, Tomb Raider and Crash Bandicoot.
In the Hunt supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
What playing In the Hunt is like
Shoot 'em ups (shmups) put you in a ship facing waves of enemies and bullets. Runs are short and intense, and the goal is to survive, collect power-ups and push your high score.
Tip for newcomers: Focus on your ship's small hitbox rather than the flood of bullets, and learn which power-ups suit each stage. Most shmups are designed to be replayed many times.
In the Hunt cheats & codes
21 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Joker Command P1 | D007BE48
???? |
|---|---|
| Joker Command P2 | D007BE4A
???? |
| Stop Timer P1 & P2 | 8007BD2A
0063 |
| Infinite Lives P1 | 800DB6C0
0003 |
| Infinite Continues P1 | 8007BE9C
0005 |
| Invincible P1 | 800959C2
0101 |
In the Hunt walkthroughs & guides
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Playing PS1 games today
PS1 games range from quick arcade racers to 60-hour RPGs. A selection is available through PlayStation Plus Premium, and if you own the discs you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
In the Hunt FAQ
When did In the Hunt come out on the PS1?
In the Hunt was released for the PlayStation in 1996; the original game dates back to 1993.
Who made In the Hunt?
It was developed by Irem / Tsuji Jimusho and published by Xing Entertainment / Kokopeli.
Is In the Hunt multiplayer?
Yes. In the Hunt supports up to 2 players.
How long does In the Hunt take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, In the Hunt typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about In the Hunt on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.